Across Argentina, thousands of researchers have taken to the streets in an unprecedented show of solidarity, denouncing what they call “scienticide” – the systematic dismantling of the nation’s scientific institutions and funding. The protests, held in major cities like Buenos Aires, Córdoba, and Rosario, saw participants from universities, research centers, and grassroots scientific groups demanding immediate government intervention to halt budget cuts and protect the integrity of scientific progress. This movement reflects growing alarm over policies perceived as neglecting the critical role science plays in societal development and innovation.

Protesters presented a clear list of demands to policymakers, emphasizing:

  • Restoration of previously slashed research grants
  • Increased investment in scientific infrastructure
  • Greater…